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When anyone talks about blackberries I always think back to when I was eleven and was allowed to go on my bike with my best friend, Kirsty Kay, to go blackberrying. I was so proud as this was my reward for passing my cycling proficiency test. I felt so grown up! From then on, right up until I was 17, the last week of the school summer holidays was always bookmarked for me by picking blackberries. My poor mother couldn’t keep up with my collecting abilities so there were endless jars of blackberry jam in the cupboard and bags of frozen fruit in the freezer. Sadly, I was never very fond of the taste of blackberries themselves so I didn’t help in the eating of them – I think she had to give lots away!

This recipe was one that helped changed my mind about blackberries. It is a very grown up and sophisticated sorbet that is simply amazing to eat. Perfect for the last days of summer which can often be hot and humid and you want something sweet but not heavy to round off your meal. I always imagine eating it outside on a summers evening for some reason. Continue reading →